Delivering Unparalleled Expertise in Project Development
With over two decades of dedicated service in Atlanta's dynamic construction landscape, Vandermeer Management stands as your trusted partner for success.
The Vandermeer Difference
Vandermeer Management elevates your commercial construction project with a deep understanding and a commitment to excellence. We appoint a team of expert design and construction professionals with diverse backgrounds and skillsets to ensure your project's success. Our approach begins with a meticulously planned schedule, breaking down the complex process into clear, manageable milestones.
Upon selection, we customize our management approach to align with your preferences— offering complete involvement or engagement solely for critical tasks, based on your needs. Every project is treated as if the budget and the building itself were our own, underscoring our unwavering dedication to cost-effectiveness and uncompromising quality.
Our Mission
We manage our clients' commercial construction projects with the same level of care and dedication as if they were our own, allowing them to concentrate on their core business activities.
Our Services
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Each project kicks off with a discovery session with our client, where we dig deep to understand their program needs and budget considerations. Once we have a clear picture, we gather a team of design and construction professionals to set the stage for the project, including the program, schedule, and budget.
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Tailored to each client's unique needs, Vandermeer Management offers a range of flexible approaches. We diligently oversee a series of design and budget evolutions to bring their vision to life, or we can collaborate on an efficient fast-track design, bid, and build strategy. Throughout this process, we expertly manage permitting and material procurement concurrently with the finalization of the design.
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In the realm of daily construction management, Vandermeer Management plays a pivotal role as the owner's trusted representative. Our multifaceted approach encompasses oversight of design, construction, technology integration, and furniture requirements for the project.
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At Vandermeer Management, we offer an extensive suite of close-out services, encompassing owner training on new equipment, meticulous record document turnover, comprehensive contract finalization, and financial closure. Though this administrative process may appear daunting, it plays a pivotal role in guaranteeing the success of the project.
Our Team
Leadership Grounded in Experience
VanderMeer Management brings together professionals with expertise across planning, construction, project delivery, and client service.
Bert van der Meer
With 20 years of construction experience managing projects from commercial restorations to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, founder Bert van der Meer leads Vandermeer Management with a focus on providing the strong owner representation essential to successful projects.
Founder
Hayes Todd
With more than 20 years of construction experience, Hayes brings extensive project leadership, owner-representation expertise, and a commitment to building strong teams that help clients achieve successful outcomes.
Vice President
DirectorLuke Norris
With 27 years of management experience spanning U.S. Navy service, international leadership roles with UPS, and construction management for medical offices and surgical centers, Luke brings proven expertise in building teams, managing operations, and delivering successful programs.
Bridget Clark
With more than 20 years of design and construction experience, Bridget leads programming and design management efforts with a collaborative, detail-focused approach shaped by expertise in project management, real estate development, and construction.
Director of Design ManagementSam DeFrees
Sam brings extensive business and construction operations experience, combining process improvement, technology enablement, training development, and scalable systems to strengthen field performance and operational efficiency.
Project Manager
Project ManagerJan Divelbiss
Jan brings expertise in project management, move management, and furniture procurement, guiding clients from early planning and site selection through construction, closeout, and final occupancy with a highly organized, client-focused approach.
Abdul-Salam Jah
Abdul brings experience in construction management, site coordination, estimating, scheduling, and owner representation, supported by a civil engineering background and advanced studies in building construction and facilities management.
Assistant Project ManagerCompany Leadership
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Bert van der Meer
Founder
With 20 years of construction experience managing projects from commercial restorations to Mercedes-Benz Stadium, founder Bert van der Meer leads Vandermeer Management with a focus on providing the strong owner representation essential to successful projects. -
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Hayes Todd
Vice President
With more than 20 years of construction experience, Hayes brings extensive project leadership, owner-representation expertise, and a commitment to building strong teams that help clients achieve successful outcomes. -
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Luke Norris
Director
With 27 years of management experience spanning U.S. Navy service, international leadership roles with UPS, and construction management for medical offices and surgical centers, Luke brings proven expertise in building teams, managing operations, and delivering successful programs. -
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Bridget Clark
Director of Design Management
With more than 20 years of design and construction experience, Bridget leads programming and design management efforts with a collaborative, detail-focused approach shaped by expertise in project management, real estate development, and construction. -
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Sam DeFrees
Project Manager
Sam brings extensive business and construction operations experience, combining process improvement, technology enablement, training development, and scalable systems to strengthen field performance and operational efficiency.
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Jane Divelbiss
Project Manager
Jan brings expertise in project management, move management, and furniture procurement, guiding clients from early planning and site selection through construction, closeout, and final occupancy with a highly organized, client-focused approach.
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Abdul-Salam Jah
Assistant Project Manager
Abdul brings experience in construction management, site coordination, estimating, scheduling, and owner representation, supported by a civil engineering background and advanced studies in building construction and facilities management.
Our Story
Founded in January 2023, Vandermeer Management was born from a passion for delivering top-tier owner representation in construction projects. With over 50 years of combined industry experience, Bert Vandermeer recognized that successful projects stem from effective leadership on the owner’s behalf. This insight inspired the creation of Vandermeer Management, where Bert continues to guide projects with precision and a focus on client satisfaction. In February, the team expanded when Luke Norris, with a background ranging from naval operations to international management and construction, joined to strengthen operational efficiency. By July 2024, Hayes Todd, a 20-year veteran of Holder Construction and a longtime colleague of Bert’s, further enhanced the team’s capabilities. Together, these seasoned professionals are dedicated to managing every project with a client-first approach, delivering excellence from their Decatur-based office. As a community-driven, Atlanta-local company, Vandermeer Management brings tailored expertise and a strong commitment to the city’s growth and success.